England rugby star clashes with Steve Borthwick ahead of South Africa test

Ellis Genge vents frustration with new England boss ahead of Springboks clash

Genge says Borthwick has a 'very different' coaching style to Jones

England prop Ellis Genge has clashed with new head coach Steve Borthwick ahead of Saturday's Test against South Africa, expressing his frustration with the coach's style and methods.

Genge, who has 37 caps for England, was a key member of the team under previous coach Eddie Jones, but he has found himself out of favour with Borthwick, who took over in December.

In an interview with The Times, Genge said that Borthwick's coaching style is "very different" to Jones's. "He's very much more of a disciplinarian," Genge said. "He's very much more of a 'do it my way or else' kind of guy."

Genge also said that he has found it difficult to adapt to Borthwick's new training regime. "It's been tough," he said. "It's been a lot more running and a lot more conditioning. It's been a bit of a shock to the system."

Genge's comments come at a time when England are struggling for form. They have lost their last three Tests, including a 29-23 defeat to Scotland in the Calcutta Cup.

Borthwick is under pressure to turn things around, and he will be hoping to get a positive result against South Africa on Saturday. However, Genge's comments suggest that there is some disharmony within the England camp.

Genge: 'I'm not going to change my game for anyone'

Genge also said that he is not going to change his game to suit Borthwick. "I'm not going to change my game for anyone," he said. "I'm going to play the game my way."

Genge's comments suggest that he is prepared to challenge Borthwick's authority. It remains to be seen whether this will affect his chances of playing for England in the future.

Ellis Genge labelled 'selfish' after defying orders

England star Ellis Genge has been labelled 'selfish' after defying orders from new head coach Steve Borthwick ahead of Saturday's Test against South Africa.

Genge, who has 37 caps for England, was told by Borthwick to train with the second-string team this week, but he refused and instead trained with the first team.

Borthwick was reportedly furious with Genge's behaviour and dropped him from the squad for the South Africa Test.

Former England captain Will Carling said that Genge's behaviour was "selfish" and that he had put his own interests ahead of the team's.

"He's a very good player, but he's also a very disruptive influence," Carling said. "He's not a team player and he's not interested in doing what's best for the team."

Genge's behaviour has raised questions about his future with England. It remains to be seen whether he will be recalled to the squad for the Six Nations Championship in February.

Conclusion

Ellis Genge's clash with Steve Borthwick is the latest in a long line of controversies involving the England prop. Genge is a talented player, but he has also been a disruptive influence at times. It remains to be seen whether he will be able to put his differences with Borthwick aside and focus on helping England win matches.